Interpersonal Skills
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My contributions are
easily understood by a
native speaker.
My vocabulary enhanced
clarity of conversation.
I use the most
appropriate grammar to
aid comprehension.
Higher-level questions
are included.
Follows up with relevant,
probing questions to
elevate the level of
conversation.
I use a variety of details I use some details to
to support my opinion or
claim.
I state my position I state my position and
clearly and offer
detailed suggestions.
I am receptive and
thoughtful when
considering the ideas of
my partner.
Comprehension is such
that I am able to help
when needed and clarify
misused words.
I can paraphrase what I
understood and just ask
for clarification on the
part I didnt understand.
INTERPERSONAL
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Conversations and Comprehensibility
My contributions are My contributions are My contributions are
understood by a understood most of the time frequently misunderstood.
sympathetic native by someone accustomed to a My vocabulary usage
speaker. language learner (teacher). impedes comprehension
Appropriate vocabulary My vocabulary is occasionally (ex: wrong word or English
was used to drive my incorrect but does not detract used).
conversation. from meaning. Frequent grammar
My grammar is Grammar mistakes have mistakes have often left
appropriate to express clouded the message I wish to my listener confused.
information. convey.
Questions
Mid-level questions are Low-level questions are No questions asked.
included and some included (e.g. Why? And
attempt is made to you?) and/or some attempt
include higher level is made to include mid-level
questions. questions.
Follows up with relevant Misses opportunities to follow
questions. up with relevant questions.
Opinions
I use very few details to My opinion or claim is
support my opinion or support my opinion or claim. unsupported.
claim.
Problem-Solving
I miss opportunities to state I do not work to solve the
offer suggestions or my position or to offer problem at hand.
solutions. solutions. I do not consider the ideas
I am receptive to the I am somewhat receptive to of my partner or use his or
ideas of my partner. the ideas of my partner. her input to resolve the
problem.
Comprehension
My statements reflect I lack understanding of Because I dont
comprehension of partners statements as understand my partner, I
partner. evidenced by how I cannot respond.
I ask for repetition or responded. I do not ask for repetition
clarity when there is I sometimes ask for repetition or clarity when it is
miscommunication or a or clarity when there is necessary.
misunderstanding miscommunication or a
misunderstanding
 Students will engage in conversations, provide and obtain information, express feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions in a
language other than their own. Rationale: Students must know how to use the language effectively in order to exchange ideas and
information with other people in a culturally appropriate manner. This standard focuses on the goal of learning to engage in
conversations.

Beginning (Receptive - Imitative):

A.1. Conversations: Students will carry on a short conversation about personal interests, including what they have done, are doing, and
are planning to do
A.2. Questions: Students will ask and answer questions, including biographical information
A.3. Opinions: Students will state personal preferences and feelings
A.4. Problem-solving: Students will express personal needs
A.5. Comprehension: Students will ask for repetition and repeat to ensure understanding

Developing (Imitative - Reflective):

A.1. Conversations: Students will sustain a conversation including descriptions on selected topics about themselves and their state or
country
A.2. Questions: Students will ask and answer a variety of questions, giving reasons for their answers
A.3. Opinions: Students will state personal preferences and feelings with some explanation
A.4. Problem-solving: Students will give possible solutions to a problem related to a personal need
A.5. Comprehension: Students will ask for simplification and clarification.

Transitioning (Reflective - Interactive):

A.1. Conversations: Students will discuss and defend an option on selected topics from the local to the international level
A.2. Questions: Students will ask and answer a variety of questions that require followup questions and responses for more information
A.3. Opinions: Students will defend personal preferences, feelings, and opinions with more complete explanation
A.4. Problem-solving: Students will suggest options for solving problems related to personal needs and needs of others
A.5. Comprehension: Students will ask for clarification and suggest alternative words to ensure understanding

Refining (Interactive - Initiative):

A.1. Conversations: Students will discuss or debate a wide variety of topics from the local to the international level, hypothesizing,
convincing, persuading, and negotiating to reach a conclusion
A.2. Questions: Students will ask and answer a variety of questions that require elaboration and substantiation of opinions
A.3. Opinions: Students will defend personal preferences, feelings, and opinions with substantive arguments
A.4. Problem-solving: Students will discuss options and negotiate to solve a problem
A.5. Comprehension: Students will ask for clarification and be able to paraphrase to ensure understanding